Sols 4368-4369: The Colors of Fall – and Mars
Reported by NASA
Earth planning date: Monday, Nov. 18, 2024 I am in the U.K., where we are approaching the time when trees are just branches and twigs. One tree that still has its full foliage is my little quince tree in my front garden. Its leaves have turned reddish-brow...
- By: NASA
- On: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 02:16 +0000
How Could Astronauts Call for Help from the Moon?
Reported by Universe Today
Exploring the Moon poses significant risks, with its extreme environment and hazardous terrain presenting numerous challenges. In the event of a major accident, assistance might take days or even weeks to arrive. To address this, Australian researchers hav...
- By: Universe Today
- On: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:43 +0000
There Was a 15 Minute Warning Before Tonga Volcano Exploded
Reported by Universe Today
Volcanoes are not restricted to the land, there are many undersea versions. One such undersea volcano known as Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha’apai off the coast of Tonga. On 15th January 2022, it underwent an eruption which was one of the most powerful in recent m...
- By: Universe Today
- On: Thu, 21 Nov 2024 00:04 +0000
Main Sequence and White Dwarf Binaries are Hiding in Plain Sight
Reported by Universe Today
Some binary stars are unusual. They contain a main sequence star like our Sun, while the other is a “dead” white dwarf star that left fusion behind and emanates only residual heat. When the main sequence star ages into a red giant, the two star...
- By: Universe Today
- On: Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:44 +0000
NASA, SpaceX Illustrate Key Moments of Artemis Lunar Lander Mission
Reported by NASA
NASA is working with U.S. industry to develop the human landing systems that will safely carry astronauts from lunar orbit to the surface of the Moon and back throughout the agency’s Artemis campaign. For Artemis III, the first crewed return to the lunar...
- By: NASA
- On: Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:37 +0000
STS-129 Crew Aboard the Space Station
Reported by NASA
The STS-129 crew members pose for a portrait following a joint news conference with the Expedition 21 crew members on Nov. 24, 2009. Astronauts Charles O. Hobaugh, Mike Foreman, Leland Melvin, Robert L. Satcher Jr., Randy Bresnik, Butch Wilmore, and Nicole...
- By: NASA
- On: Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:07 +0000